Somya Agarwal
True to its name, UP Darshan Park is packed with 16 grand replicas of monuments from across UP amid 12 acres of lush greens. And after all that strolling and snapping, hunger’s bound to strike. So here are 8 places to eat near Lucknow's UP Darshan Park.
Fluffy buns slathered in butter, strong desi chai, and a vibe that feels like a warm hug. Bun Makkhan Chai sits right inside UP Darshan Park, making it the perfect pit stop to kickstart this food trail.
When: 10 am to 10 pm
Where: UP Darshan Park, Vipin Khand, Gomti Nagar
Right next to the park, second on this list is Sheroes Hangout Cafe, run by acid attack survivors. It is a story of courage serving homely food, coffee and a whole lot of inspiration.
When: 10 am to 10:30 pm
Where: Opposite Dr. B R Ambedkar Park, Vipin Khand, Gomti Nagar
Right next to UP Darshan Park, Bonita Bakehouse is serving bakery bites worth the stop. From bonbons and truffles to cookies and jalapeño sourdough – it’s all fresh, flavourful, and seriously tempting.
When: 9 am to 11 pm
Where: Vishal Khand, Gomti Nagar
Right next to Bonita, there’s a new family restaurant plating Indian flavours. Butter Chicken from Delhi, Laal Maas from Rajasthan, Mangalorean Fish Curry, Goan Mutton Vindaloo and more. Perfect for a wholesome meal after your stroll.
When: 9 am to 11:30 pm
Where: 2/126, Vishal Khand, Gomti Nagar
If you are in the mood for a premium delight, just next to UP Darshan is RiverSide Mall – home to three eateries. You will find renowned names here like Café Delhi Heights, Mamagoto and Molecule.
Where: RiverSide Mall, Vipin Khand, Gomti Nagar
Another one just around the corner is the plush Renaissance Hotel, where you can nosh on brekkie bites at L-14, sip sundowners at Sky Bar, or dive into rich Mughlai indulgence at Zaffran.
Where: Renaissance Hotel, Vipin Khand, Gomti Nagar
UP Darshan Park rubs shoulders with Taj Mahal Hotel, home to four posh eateries. There’s Alfresco dishing out Mediterranean bites, Oudhyana serving royal Indian fare, Sahib Café for global cravings, and Saqi – where cocktails meet cigars in style.
Where: Gomti Nagar, Vipin Khand, Gomti Nagar
Coming soon to spice up your snack game, LDA is giving our beloved Chatori Gali a glow-up, turning it into a new ‘Food Valley’. With 42 food and drink joints lined up under one roof, it’s set to be your go-to for street food, just minutes from UP Darshan Park.
Where: Food Valley, next to 1090 Chauraha, Gomti Nagar
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